- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd (10 Aug 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0713673397
- ISBN-13: 978-0713673395
- Product Dimensions: 27.6 x 21.4 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 263,585 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This book is a basic introduction to making sculptures. Step-by-step photographs and clear instructions guide the novice through the techniques for modelling, casting, carving and direct building, and fifteen inspiring projects allow the reader to explore his creativity and put his skills into practice. Chapters teach how to work with a range of materials including clay, plaster of Paris, soapstone, concrete and wood. Progressive projects teach a broad range of skills from modelling, mouldmaking, and firing to sawing, building armatures and finishing techniques. A wide range of sculptural forms and themes are explored including a traditional figure, a symbolic composition, or an abstract relief based on land-
About the Author
Karin Hessenberg is a well-known British potter. She is a fellow of the Craft Potters Association and a frequent lecturer at various art schools. She is author of two books including Ceramics for Gardens and Landscapes
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This review is from: Sculpting Basics: Everything You Need to Know to Create Fantastic Three-dimensional Art (Paperback)
Just as it says - good basic information and overview - useful for a relatively inexperienced sculptor.
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